Emergency Medicine Specialist

Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand We have both a permanent full-time position and a fixed term, full-time position covering a period of parental leave to 05/10/2026 available

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Are you interested in joining the enthusiastic team in our Emergency Department? Would you like to improve outcomes in the North, which serves a high Maori, high needs population, all whilst living in an area that is rich in culture and heritage and boasts some of the most scenic and exciting coastal areas of New Zealand?

Whangarei Hospital is the major referral hospital for the Northland region of New Zealand, with a direct catchment of 170,000. The Emergency Department provides emergency services for the entire district across Whangarei Hospital as well as our three regional hospitals in Kaitaia, Dargaville and the Bay of Islands.

The Department of Emergency Medicine has 49,000 attendances per year of which 25% are paediatric. The department is currently led by 21 SMOs and is accredited with ACEM for 24 months Advanced Training and Paediatric Logbook Training and has a successful training programme for both Part 1 and Part 2 Trainees.

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About the Location

As well as a warm climate, the "winterless north" offers excellent schools; affordable housing and scenic coastal areas offering a range of recreational activities. We are just a two hours' drive or 25-minute flight from the international hub of Auckland. To learn more about our stunning location please click here

For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

To be considered you must have or be eligible for specialist (or locum tenens) registration with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ) in an Emergency Medicine Vocational scope of practice.

If you are currently overseas / not yet registered, we can assist you with the application process to obtain MCNZ registration.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera at NL-SMO.Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

Please note from 20 December 2025 - 4 January 2026, there may be a delay in review of applications.